Find the best eSIM for Eritrea

There are 2 providers offering 2 prepaid data plans in Eritrea. While the selection is somewhat limited, travelers can still choose a plan that matches their needs.

Currently, there are no unlimited data eSIM plans available for Eritrea. Travelers visiting the country should estimate their data usage based on anticipated activities like email, social media, maps, and video streaming. Selecting a plan with a sufficient data allowance to comfortably cover these needs is recommended to avoid unexpected charges or service interruptions.

Eritrea's telecommunications sector is characterized by a state-controlled monopoly, with EriTel being the sole provider of mobile services.

• EriTel: The state-owned telecommunications company, offering mobile voice and data services across the country.

As the only mobile network operator in Eritrea, EriTel's infrastructure supports all mobile services in the country. There are no Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs) operating in Eritrea.

Travelers looking for an eSIM that includes a phone number and SMS for Eritrea can find suitable options.
Both Roamify and Orange Travel offer 30‑day plans for Eritrea that provide an inbound and outbound phone number, inbound and outbound voice calls, and inbound/outbound SMS. The dialing code listed for these plans is +33, which is the French international code, so the phone numbers they provide are not local Eritrean numbers. The plans start at around $25 and $36 USD respectively and include a small data allowance. As always, travelers should verify that the VoIP apps and messaging services they intend to use are accessible in Eritrea before purchasing.